Tsutsumigaura Beach (Miyajima)

1km long sandy beach meters on the northeast coast of the island with a roped off swimming area during the season (mid July-Aug 31), showers and cafeteria. Close by is a great camp site, tennis courts, wide grassy area good for those who want to get away from the sand or play sports. Beach houses also available for rent.

Access
Take the Sanyo JR line to Miyajima-guchi Station and take the ferry across to Miyajima town. Regular buses leave (10min) from in front of the ferry port.

A very lively beach in summer season, but be prepared to get hassled by deer if you try to eat anything. There are also a lot of small plastic debris on the beach from the oyster farming. On the plus side, it is a large expanse of beach with decent facilities: washing areas, toilets, restaurant, shade. There are also two floating rafts to swim to and jump off of. Swimming area is protected by ropes as this is also a popular beach for water sports, kayaking, jet skiing and scuba diving.

"great"
yoshimi - Sun Aug 2006
wonderful place to relax and visit on the island